5 Creative Mocktail Ideas & Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo means one thing to many Americans: margaritas. But what if you're not imbibing? Then mocktails and alcohol-free drinks to the rescue!
With the rise of Dry January and sober curious movements, non-alcoholic beverages are no longer synonymous with boring. And these festive drinks are perfect for kids and adults alike—not just for your Cinco de Mayo party but straight through the rest of the summer.
Try these five simple, healthy and hangover-free recipes that are packed with flavor, minus the booze.
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Best Mocktails for Cinco de Mayo
1. Blackberry-Thai Basil Lemonade (from Coconut & Lime) marries tart blackberries, herbal basil and traditional lemonade into a sweet and sour treat everyone will love.
Good Light Eats
2. Pineapple Limeade Cooler (from Good Light Eats) combines juicy pineapple and classic limeade into a refreshing beverage that pairs with everything from sandwiches to tacos.
The Banana Diaries
3. Virgin Strawberry Margarita Mocktail (from The Banana Diaries) is perfect for the Cinco de Mayo "traditionalist." It looks and tastes like the real thing, just without the tequila.
4. Sangria Mocktail (from Jen's Favorite Cookies) uses grape juice instead of wine to make a beverage that is full of flavor and fresh fruit.
Our Love Language Is Food
5. Cherry Limeade (from Our Love Language Is Food) is a homemade version of the fast food classic. It uses fresh cherries and limes instead of dyes and syrups.
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